Mount Tamar School
URN: 113649 • Plymouth PL5 2EF
Overview
- Name
- Mount Tamar School
- URN
- 113649
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 24.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Bindon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Row Lane, Plymouth PL5 2EF
Summary
Mount Tamar School is a community special school located in Plymouth, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 16. With a current enrolment of 100 students and a capacity of 110, the school serves a diverse range of learners with varying needs. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is treated with kindness and respect, allowing them to thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Mount Tamar is designed to be broad and engaging, focusing on individual learning needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. High-quality teaching is complemented by strong relationships between staff and pupils, which are essential for fostering progress. The school emphasizes the importance of safeguarding and works closely with families to promote positive relationships and self-esteem among students.
Admissions are tailored to ensure the best fit for each pupil, with all students having an Educational Health Care Plan. The school encourages parental involvement throughout the admission process and offers support through individualized learning plans to facilitate a smooth transition for new students.
The curriculum at Mount Tamar is designed to be broad and engaging, focusing on individual learning needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. High-quality teaching is complemented by strong relationships between staff and pupils, which are essential for fostering progress. The school emphasizes the importance of safeguarding and works closely with families to promote positive relationships and self-esteem among students.
Admissions are tailored to ensure the best fit for each pupil, with all students having an Educational Health Care Plan. The school encourages parental involvement throughout the admission process and offers support through individualized learning plans to facilitate a smooth transition for new students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Mill Ford School (66.0)
- Woodlands School (63.4)
- A.C.E - Alternative Complementary Education (60.2)
- University of Plymouth (58.7)
- Brook Green Centre for Learning (58.6)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 100 | 83 | 17 | 110 | 62.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 100 | 83 | 17 | 110 | 62.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 103 | 89 | 14 | 110 | 55.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 103 | 89 | 14 | 110 | 55.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 108 | 97 | 11 | 110 | 52.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 110 | 103 | 7 | 110 | 48.60 |
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